2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 678 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elise | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
